How neurodivergent kids helped build a better children’s museum

How neurodivergent kids helped build a better children’s museum

June 23, 2026 · 21 min · Episode 15

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Leslie Bushara discusses how insights from neurodivergent kids are shaping a more inclusive children's museum.

Rainy Saturdays just got a whole lot better. Leslie Bushara, chief program officer of the Children’s Museum of Manhattan, reveals how she’s taking notes from neurodivergent kids and their parents to build a space that’s welcoming to every kind of learner, including yours. From muted paint colors to reimagined animations, Leslie shares what happens when you actually listen to kids.

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